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SAI Ramps Up Support for Indian Contingent at Asian Games 2026

The Sports Authority of India has rolled out a series of support measures for Indian athletes at the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026. A reception team from SAI, the IOA and the Indian Embassy in Japan is greeting arrivals and assisting with formalities. SAI has also arranged shooter transport, medical team cars and additional accommodation for coaches and support staff.

Sports Authority of India extends unwavering support to Indian contingent at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026

Aichi-Nagoya, September 22

The Sports Authority of India has strengthened its on-ground support for the Indian contingent at the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 through a range of logistical and athlete-support measures.

A dedicated Reception and Assistance Team, comprising representatives from the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), SAI and the Embassy of India in Japan, has been deployed at the airport to welcome arriving athletes, coaches and support staff, assist with arrival formalities, and provide refreshments and guidance for onward travel to Games venues and accommodation, as per a press release.

SAI has also introduced several measures to facilitate the contingent's participation:

Transport for shooters: Transport services provided to support Indian shooters - travel to and from competition venues. Medical team mobility: Cars have been arranged to enable medical teams to move efficiently between competition venues and provide timely assistance.

Additional accommodation: Rooms have been arranged for coaches and support staff who could not be accommodated by the Organising Committee due to limited availability.

Working closely with the IOA, the Embassy of India and the Games Organising Committee, SAI is ensuring coordinated logistical, medical and operational support for the Indian contingent, enabling athletes to remain focused on their sporting commitments throughout the Games.

— ANI

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